Dental Health Tips for Parents from Your Stafford, VA Pediatric Dentist

Practical advice from our pediatric dentists to help you keep your child's smile healthy at home.

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Baby Tooth Crown or Extraction: How Do You Compare the Costs?

Pulling a baby tooth may have a lower initial fee than restoring it, but the procedure price alone does not...

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Can a Baby Tooth Still Get a Cavity Under a Crown?

Yes, a crowned baby tooth can develop further decay. The crown itself does not get a cavity, but the natural tooth still needs protection and...

What Is a Pulpotomy for Baby Teeth? A Parent’s Guide

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What Is a Space Maintainer, and Why Might a Child Need One?

A space maintainer is a dental appliance used to help preserve room after a baby tooth is lost earlier than expected. It may be recommended...

What’s the Difference Between a Regular Dentist and a Pediatric Dentist?

Both general dentists and pediatric dentists can care for children’s teeth. The main difference is that pediatric dentists complete additional specialty training focused on children...

Oral Thrush in Toddlers: Signs, Causes, and Treatment

https://juniorsmilesofstafford.com/treatments/Oral thrush is a common condition many parents may encounter during their child’s early years. As those tiny white patches appear on your toddler’s tongue...

Asthma Inhalers and Your Child’s Dental Care

If your child uses an asthma inhaler, tell the dental team which medicine they take and how they use it. That information belongs in the...

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